Cooking and Convos

A mini episode to say that Cooking and Convos will be taking a break in 2025 as I embark on a new writing project. I hope to be back as soon as I'm finished. Thank you very much for listening !

In this episode, I’ll be sharing my go-to recipe for 'Roasted Potatoes and Onions'—a dish that’s simple, comforting, and super easy to prepare.  Perfect as a side dish for any kind of weeknight or weekend meal and also perfect for the holidays. It will brings tons of flavor to any plate. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just getting started in the kitchen, this recipe will quickly become a favorite. Ingredients List: 1 1/2 pounds of red potatoes 1 large onion (white or yellow)  3 tbsp olive oil 3 tbsp dijon mustard   1 tsp kosher sale 1/2 tsp of freshly ground pepper 2 tbsp of dried parsley

In this delicious episode, we'll dive into Chocolate Mousse Pie—a dessert that's truly heavenly ! My recipe is super simple yet very satisfying and contains minimal ingredients. The good thing is, you also won't be spending hours in the kitchen preparing this after-dinner delight and that's what's so wonderful about it...along with it's fluffy and dreamy taste ! Enjoy :)

In this episode, I offer a quick, super easy and super yummy recipe for bruschetta. It's fresh, light and scrumptious ! This will be a simple, go-to recipe for years to come. Perfect for gatherings and even as a side dish with dinner ! Enjoy !!

I have a simple, super tasty recipe for slaw you must try ! And it doesn't contain mayo. It's a fun recipe you can take to parties, barbecues and other events during the summer season and people will LOVE it ! On top of that, it's super healthy ! You can serve this slaw in a variety of other ways as well, even with tofu ! Take a listen and enjoy :)

Meet Rico Mandel, a passionate chef, world traveler and founder of Miz En Place https://mizenplace.com, the ultimate foodie marketplace - offering artisan food, culinary classes, excursions and more ! Rico and I talk about all things food related in this tasty conversation. You can reach Rico on Instagram below: https://www.instagram.com/ricomandelphoto/ Or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ricomandelphoto/

Who doesn't want more order in their kitchen? Listen to the small steps you can take to have a more organized kitchen for the new year !

REPLAY: In this episode, I share three delicious holiday recipes for: Sweet and Spicy Pecans, Cranberry and Pistachio Shortbread Cookies and White Chocolate-Dipped Ginger Cookies. All three are out-of-this-world tasty and super festive for the holiday season.  ENJOY :). You can click this⁠ link⁠ the Sweet and Spicy Pecans recipe.  Click this ⁠link⁠ for the Cranberry and Shortbread Cookies recipe. Click this ⁠link ⁠for the White-Chocolate Dipped Ginger Cookies recipe.

Who doesn’t love pie?  My guest, Stacey Mei Yan Fong, surely does ! Stacey shares some simple tips on how to make a great pie, including what goes into making a good crust (it takes her only 15 min !). She also shares where her love of pie comes from, as she delves into her latest book '50 Pies, 50 States: An Immigrants Love Letter to the United States Through Pie.' I truly enjoyed our heartwarming conversation and I know you will too ! To reach Stacey, you can find her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/50pies50states/?hl=en You can find her book '50 Pies, 50 States' on Amazon in the link below and wherever books are sold: https://www.amazon.com/50-Pies-States-Immigrants-Through/dp/0316394513 The link to Kalustyan's (where Stacey buys her spices mentioned in the show) is below: https://foodsofnations.com/ If you'd like to reach out to me directly with feedback or suggestions for future eps, feel free to send your note to susie@cookingandconvos.com.

If you want to learn more about how to approach making simple, yummy meals for your family, you've come to the right place. Let's welcome Amanda Haas - cookbook author, home chef extraordinaire, online cooking instructor, etc. Amanda shares how she stays organized in the kitchen. She also offers prep tips as well so the dinner hour isn't so stressful. Amanda is super relatable and was such a delight to have on the show. I know you'll love her ! To find out more about Amanda and everything she offers (classes, recipes and more!), click the link below: https://www.amandahaascooks.com/ To pre-order her upcoming book 'Homemade Simple-Effortless Dishes for a Busy Life' click any of the links the below: ⁠AMAZON⁠ PORCHLIGHT (Enter to win a grill and more!) OMNIVORE (signed copy!) BARNES & NOBLE

Three simple side dishes that are packed with flavor and ease. Perfect for the summer when you want to be out and about and not spending a ton of time in the kitchen. Recipes are below: Corn Salad with Cilantro https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D2ZgAIEUFdhO8tnwANkcRIAIlHTyF6DA/view Tomato Caprese https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Ua8GIt6O8Csi9mwRGXKSMwcRqlJBbhOH/view Roasted Asparagus with Sprinkled Parmesan Cheese https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uIEWq9kVP0i9fxQp_RfppC_ZriV0NCfV/view Enjoy:)

Summer is here and I wanted to re-share two super delicious, easy-to-prepare seafood dishes that are sure to be keepers in your recipe box. They're both favorites of mine and hope they'll become favorites of yours !! Summer should be a simple time for everyone and these dishes are no exception to that rule. Enjoy :)

If you like feta cheese, you'll love this super simple Feta Sauce Pasta that takes only 5 minutes to prepare before putting it in the oven to bake. Serve it with your favorite pasta and a salad and voilá, you have a super tasty meal, that doesn't have you spending a ton of time in the kitchen. Enjoy :). DM me if you'd like the recipe or would like to connect on cooking: https://www.instagram.com/cookingandconvospodcast/

You won't want to miss my super tasty convo with Chef Joe Gatto - culinary instructor, personal chef and host of Pluto TV's food series 'From Scratch'. Joe has also written a yummy cookbook 'Seriously from Scratch'. In this episode, chef Joe talks about his approach to cooking from scratch and explains that it doesn't take as long as you think ! His young children even make tortillas from scratch. Wow ! Joe has such a wonderful way of teaching people how to cook, and in an accessible way. Plus, he's a lot of fun too. I asked about his secret to a super delicious cheeseburger and his answer might surprise you ! He's an energetic, rising star in the culinary world and I'm confident he'll be on the Food Network in no time ! To find out more about chef Joe, or if you'd like to follow him on Instagram, click on the link below: https://www.instagram.com/chefjoegatto/?hl=en

This episode is a guide to help prepare your pantry and spice cabinet, so you can be well equipped to get cooking ! I share what I always have on hand, which has helped me through numerous meals. Here's to getting organized in your kitchen for the Spring ! Enjoy.

Today's episode is a slight departure from cooking but it's a great convo you won't want to miss. I'm featuring home organizer and license massaged therapist, Kira Rodenbush, who's also the host of the podcast 'What's Up With Your Stuff'. Kira examines the clutter in our homes and how it relates to our sense of well being. She shares how the two are connected, even though we may not be aware of it. It's a fascinating dive into our stuff and why we store so much of it in our homes. To reach out to Kira on Instagram, open the link below: https://www.instagram.com/kirarodenbush/ To reach out to her Facebook group, open the link below: https://www.facebook.com/groups/625330825260625/?notif_t=groups_preview_invite&notif_id=1640973846498445&ref=notif Kira's podcast is below: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/whats-up-with-your-stuff-conversations-on-the/id1596381941

Do you run into those nights when you just don't feel like cooking? If so, then this is the episode for you ! I suggest five different simple meal ideas for those times when you want something quick and easy but also want to clean out your fridge at the same time. Enjoy !

Today's episode will be a bit different than the others. Robin Glickstein, the host of the MindFULL Conversations podcast is featuring me as her guest. We talk all things kitchen and food and it was a lot of fun ! She has a wonderful podcast that I think you'll enjoy. Check it out here: https://open.spotify.com/show/1oDBlD3EbifcmSpBm7SE9U . I'll also be featuring Robin as my guest in the late Spring, so stay tuned for that ! I hope you enjoy the show :).

I hope you enjoy this super easy recipe for Korean-Style Meatballs.  To say they're full of flavor is an understatement.   You can prep the sauce and the meatballs in the morning, so all you have to do is sautee the meatballs for 5-7 minutes when you're ready to serve them.  Super Easy !!! You can click this Recipe link for all of the information on how to prepare this lovely dish.    Enjoy !!

I share a simple recipe for chocolate chip cookies that you're sure to love !  I also suggest a quick way to drop these cookies into the oven, long after you've made the dough ! Clink this Recipe  Enjoy !